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17
Aug 2026

Tell us if you’re changing your tertiary study load

To keep getting Youth Allowance or Austudy as a tertiary student, you normally need to study full time.

17
Aug 2026

Check your Child Care Subsidy balancing progress online

We’ll begin balancing your Child Care Subsidy (CCS) from mid August once you’ve confirmed your income and we get all the details we need from your child care service.

17
Aug 2026

What happens after you lodge your tax return

What happens after you’ve lodged your tax return depends on your circumstances.

14
Aug 2026

Report your income from Commonwealth Prac Payment

We need to know when your Commonwealth Prac Payment starts so we can check if it affects your income support payment.

14
Aug 2026

Help with aged care costs if you’re in financial hardship

If you’re experiencing financial hardship, you may be able to get assistance to help pay some or all of your aged care costs.

11
Aug 2026

Prepare for unexpected expenses tomorrow by starting an emergency savings fund today

Unexpected expenses can happen at any time. Start building an emergency savings fund with small, regular amounts.

10
Aug 2026

Changes to Pension Supplement

From 20 September 2026, Pension Supplement is changing for people who live or travel outside Australia.

10
Aug 2026

We may need to rebalance your Family Tax Benefit if your tax return changes

If your or your partner’s tax return is amended, we may balance your Family Tax Benefit (FTB) again. You don’t need to call us.

10
Aug 2026

The Express Plus Child Support mobile app is retiring soon

From 9 October 2026, you’ll need to use the myGov app to keep accessing your Child Support services through an app.

6
Aug 2026

Check what you need to do after claiming Tertiary Access Payment

Make sure you’ve completed these steps to avoid delays to your Tertiary Access Payment (TAP) claim.

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